Hello,
I have had a Dell Inspiron 15 for a few years now. About a week ago, I noticed that my laptop would not turn on. Curious, I messed around with it a bit, and discovered that when the AC adapter light (green) was turning off once plugged into the computer. Figuring it was a problem with the charger, I tried a different one. Same result.
After some research, I discovered that this seems to be a common problem among Dell machines. I found all sorts of solutions, such as replacing the battery and the power jack, which I did both. Neither worked.
I have now come to the conclusion that it is a motherboard issue, and it will most likely need repairing. Luckily, both my boyfriend and I are technicians and have reflow capabilities. What i would like from you, the community, is opinions on what part exactly has blown.
I am thinking either a blown capacitor or resistor...but I have no idea. Any opinions on specifics of what to replace would be absolutely wonderful, and my wallet will owe you a beer and a big old hug.
Thanks in advance!
Baylee
I have had a Dell Inspiron 15 for a few years now. About a week ago, I noticed that my laptop would not turn on. Curious, I messed around with it a bit, and discovered that when the AC adapter light (green) was turning off once plugged into the computer. Figuring it was a problem with the charger, I tried a different one. Same result.
After some research, I discovered that this seems to be a common problem among Dell machines. I found all sorts of solutions, such as replacing the battery and the power jack, which I did both. Neither worked.
I have now come to the conclusion that it is a motherboard issue, and it will most likely need repairing. Luckily, both my boyfriend and I are technicians and have reflow capabilities. What i would like from you, the community, is opinions on what part exactly has blown.
I am thinking either a blown capacitor or resistor...but I have no idea. Any opinions on specifics of what to replace would be absolutely wonderful, and my wallet will owe you a beer and a big old hug.
Thanks in advance!
Baylee